Shreekant Patil Ignites 400 Plus Students at ProJIT-2026

Nashik, India, February 26, 2026 --(PR.com)-- Jawahar Education Society's Institute of Technology, Management & Research (JITNashik) hosted the state-level "ProJIT-2026" project competition and exhibition on February 14, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM on campus. As Guest of Honour, Startup India Mentor Shreekant Patil inspired over 400 students alongside Chief Guest Mr. Vijay Rise, Assistant Commissioner of District Nashik Skill Development. The event showcased innovative projects across domains, with Patil providing hands-on guidance to transform ideas into viable businesses.

Shreekant Patil shared insights on startup opportunities, entrepreneurship, hackathon participation, and government subsidy schemes. He emphasized validating student projects to create real products and MVPs, advising modifications, technological upgrades, and novelty enhancements during exhibition visits. Patil motivated students to become job givers rather than seekers, highlighting Nashik's 13% startup growth in 2025—driven by his efforts—and his goal of 25% in 2026. He offered free mentorship to Nashik students, organizes the NISIC "Igniting Innovation" initiative for arts, commerce, science, and other disciplines from tier-2/3 cities and villages, ensuring equal business opportunities. The inaugural session, concluded by Dr. Swati Shete's thanks, set the tone for innovation.

Principal Dr. M.V. Bhatkar felicitated Shreekant Patil with a memento, recognizing his pivotal role in elevating Nashik's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

About Shreekant Patil - C.Eng. Shreekant Patil is a renowned Startup India Mentor from Nashik, Founder of his venture – NISIC Nashik, and Committee Chairman at NIMA Startup Hub Nashik. He drives initiatives like NISIC's "Igniting Innovation" to empower students from diverse backgrounds in building scalable businesses through networking, funding, and platforms like hackathons.